Original semolina cake with syrup

Description

Homemade baked goods for tea. I suggest a simple but really great option. Serve with tea or coffee.

Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1

   In a deep bowl, combine vegetable oil, orange juice and zest, eggs, and apricot jam. Mix thoroughly until smooth.

2. 2

   Step 2

   Separately combine the dry ingredients: sugar, semolina, flour, coconut flakes, salt, baking powder, and chopped almonds. Mix well.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Add the dry ingredients in small portions, mixing well. The batter should be quite liquid.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Pour it into a heatproof dish and place in a preheated oven at 180 degrees.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Bake the "Manник" for about 50 minutes until done.

6. 6

   Step 6

   To prepare the syrup, combine sugar, water, and a little orange juice. Place over heat. Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves.

7. 7

   Step 7

   Remove the finished semolina cake from the oven and cut it into small squares directly in the baking dish. Pour the syrup over it and let it soak for about 20 minutes before serving.

8. 8

   Step 8

   The finished cake can optionally be decorated with almonds.